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TO: Mayor John Laesch
FROM: Planning and Zoning Commission
DATE: January 8, 2026
SUBJECT:
An Ordinance Granting a Conditional Use Permit for a Social Service Agencies, Charitable Organizations, Health Related Facilities, and similar uses when not operated for pecuniary profit (6630) Use to allow an emergency warming shelter on the Property located at 712 S. River Street (City of Aurora - 25-0984 / AU28/4-25.375-CU - TV - Ward 4)
PURPOSE:
The City of Aurora is requesting approval of a Conditional Use for a Social Service Agencies, Charitable Organizations, Health Related Facilities, and similar uses when not operated for pecuniary profit (6630) use to allow an emergency warming shelter on property located at 712 S. River Street.
BACKGROUND:
The Subject Property is located at 712 S. River Street and is currently utilized as City offices with P Park and Recreation District zoning.
The City of Aurora is requesting approval of a Conditional Use for a Social Service Agencies, Charitable Organizations, Health Related Facilities, and similar uses when not operated for pecuniary profit (6630) use. Specifically, this conditional use is to seek approval to allow an emergency warming shelter for individuals who are unable to access other permanent shelter options, from November until either May 1 or the last day with temperatures at or below 32 degrees, providing a safe and compliant environment for unhoused residents during extreme winter conditions.
The shelter will operate when temperatures reach 32 degrees or below or when severe weather conditions are declared. It will accommodate up to 64 individuals, including guests, staff, and volunteers, to ensure safety, effective management, and appropriate supervision. Guest hours will be from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., with staff and volunteers on-site as needed for preparation, coordination, and site management.
At this time, meals will be provided for breakfast and dinner. While some food preparation may o...
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